Here are some of the facts about Rendille people. People described by Google as “holders of the stick of God”
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Rendille lead a nomad way of live. They occupy Laisamis Constituency, Marsabit county
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Visually Rendille resemble other Cushitic groups with their fine facial features
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Rendille speak Afro-asiatic language. The original Rendille language is related to Somali language
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Many Rendille now speak Samburu language. The Ariaal section of Rendille speak only Samburu
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Camel is very important for the Rendille. It’s their many source of food and mean of transport during migration.
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Majority of Rendille still practice traditional religious practices, although a number are Muslims and Christians.
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Rendille people practice circumcision for men and women.
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Culturally Rendille are closet to Gabbra, who practice similar ceremonies to the Rendille. Eg both Gabbra and Rendille practice Sorio – Passover for the Jews and Israelites.
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In Rendille one’s identity is strongly based on the clan
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Rendille follow an age-set system, with circumcision done after every 15 year for men.
